2001 Infiniti G35 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti G35. (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti G35 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | G35 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
